Chemical Technical Specialist
About the role
At Solution Group, we partner with some of the most demanding industrial wastewater operations across the United States including dairy processors, rendering facilities, and food & beverage manufacturers. We combine operational expertise, chemical program management, and technical innovation to help our clients achieve compliance, improve treatment performance, and reduce operating costs.
What You'll Do
- Provide technical leadership and guidance for wastewater treatment operations across multiple client facilities throughout the United States.
- Develop and implement chemical treatment strategies that align with customer operational needs and production schedules.
- Serve as the subject matter expert for wastewater treatment systems, pretreatment processes, and chemical applications.
- Identify opportunities to improve treatment efficiency, compliance performance, and operational reliability.
- Partner with chemical manufacturers and suppliers to maximize chemical effectiveness and cost efficiency.
- Support operators, engineers, and plant personnel in maintaining stable treatment performance under changing conditions.
- Develop operating procedures, process controls, and performance metrics.
- Lead root-cause investigations for treatment upsets, performance issues, and permit exceedances.
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, environmental, health, and safety teams to ensure uninterrupted plant performance.
- Support the design, expansion, retrofit, startup, and commissioning of wastewater treatment chemical systems.
- Optimize chemical programs for biological treatment systems, membrane technologies, solids handling processes, and related operations.
- Evaluate treatment systems and recommend improvements that drive measurable value for clients.
- Provide technical expertise during proposals, assessments, and customer presentations.
- Oversee chemical selection, dosing strategies, and supplier performance.
- Manage and grow chemical supply and service programs.
- Monitor performance data and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Prepare technical reports and recommendations for customers and leadership teams.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control initiatives.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and contractors.
- Communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Prioritize customer needs and support business growth.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in chemical treatment, wastewater treatment, or a related industry.
- Experience with SCADA systems or similar monitoring platforms.
- Knowledge of industrial wastewater equipment, including: Chemical feed systems, Pumps, Membrane technologies, Biological treatment systems.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Ability to create professional reports and analyze operational data.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively.
Preferred Qualifications
- Wastewater treatment licensure or certification in an applicable state.
- Experience supporting industrial wastewater operations in food processing, dairy, rendering, or manufacturing environments.
What Success Looks Like
In this role, you'll help customers: Improve treatment performance and reliability, Reduce chemical and operating costs, Maintain environmental compliance, Solve complex wastewater challenges, Implement sustainable operational improvements. You'll also contribute directly to Solution Group's continued growth by strengthening customer partnerships and expanding technical service offerings.
Work Environment
Frequent travel (50–75%) to customer locations throughout the United States. Work in industrial environments and wastewater treatment facilities. Must be comfortable wearing required PPE and working in varying plant and weather conditions. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation Range: $75,000 – $90,000 annually
Additional benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, professional development opportunities, the opportunity to work with industry-leading clients and technologies, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on industrial facilities across the nation.